Adult education is a systematic self sponsored education for adults to gain knowledge, skills, attitude and value. Some did not have access to education while young, and this poses a great challenge as adults, because without basic education you can hardly fit into the ever changing society. Even the local business person needs some level of education to be able to communicate in official language and calculate financial transactions. In order to overcome the limitations caused by lack of education, many adults today are seeking for adult education. They are faced with many challenges and I will be discussing ways to overcome those challenges.
(1) Be determined and committed.
To succeed in adult education, a lot of determination and commitment is needed. Adults are faced with many distractions such as family, career and social engagements. It takes dugednes to pursue the program despite the challenges. So just make up your mind that no matter what, I must complete the program.
(2) Avoid shame
You could hear some adults say things like :''what will people say when they see me in school at this age", ''no I don't want them to know that I can't read or write",''I can't face the shame". Don't allow shame to deny you the opportunity to acquire valuable education that will improve your life. Remember there is no age limit to education.
(3) Plan your time
Effective Time management is important for your success in adult education. It is true many things are competing for your time as an adult. Therefore in planning your schedule give some priority to your education. You can reduce the time on social activities and focus on the new task.
(4) Seek help from family members.
You should be free to seek the assistance of your family members. They can help you do some house chores while you study. The educated ones can offer you free tutorial, this will enhance your learning.
(5) Seek Scholarship/Sponsorship
Training yourself along with the other financial commitment as adults is a huge task. Therefore getting a sponsorship is a great relief. Some government and humanitarian organizations takes interest in aiding adult education and such opportunity should be sought for.
Do not discouraged, there is much to gain being educated not minding your age.
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